Made up of over 400 islands, Greece (Hellas), officially known as the Hellenic Republic, lies at the southeastern tip of Europe, surrounded by the Aegean sea to the East, The Mediterranean is to the South and the Ionian Sea is to the West. On our last trip, one delightful concoction kept us going while on long hikes and treks- Mountain Tea (Sideritis or Ironwort). According to local lore, it also helped stave off illness.

This tea contains essential oils including over sixty constituents which have only recently been isolated. Its many health benefits include an aid for digestion and fighting colds. The locals swear by these properties and have been drinking it as long as they can remember!

Collecting herbs for this unique tea is a true labor of love. Growing wild in rock crevices of hard limestone, these herbs thrive at altitudes exceeding 1000 meters. Villagers must hike the mountains, fully exposed to the intense Greek sun.

Wild Mountain Tea has a beautiful, rich color and exotic aroma, full of the natural delights found in this special part of the world. One taste is enough to have us reminiscing about the Greek countryside- particularly those spectacular mountains.

We've found a little goes a long way. Simply place a small handful of mountain leaves in a pot of water and boil approximately 5 minutes. Leaves can be reused. Traditionally this tea is served with a little honey and although sugar can be substituted, we agree, honey complements it a little better.

Great tasting tea, with a myriad of health benefits besides. My family drinks it all winter long, with a touch of honey. And for others frugal as myself, it is good to know leaves can be used many times over.

By Jim Scottfrom peachtree city Ga.on Jan 22, 2013

awesome!

this stuff is awesome. 70 years old walk two and a half miles a day after my first cup had enough energy to walk another two and a half miles for s total of five miles sleep good and feel great.by the way i have several health issues. dibabetes, PTSD highblood persure etc.

By Elladafrom Huntsvilleon Nov 19, 2012

Very Fresh

Excellent quality, will be purchasing more soon.

By Romafrom Oklahoma Cityon Feb 17, 2012

Fresh Mountain Tea

We often travel to Greece and always come home with mountain tea, but this time we didn't bring enough with us. But I found this online and big surprise...it was even better than what we actually bought in Greece! Fresh and tasty!!

By samesrfrom Michiganon Jan 22, 2012

Greek Mountain Tea

Great stuff. My wife and I drink it whenever we feel a cold/flu approaching or just for the taste. Better than Camomile for chillin you out, makes me sleep like a log.

By tschimickfrom Madison, WIon Dec 13, 2011

Great tea!!

I drank this tea a few years ago but the distributor stopped carrying it. I recently ordered this tea from Amazon and I was delighted to see that the tea is the same quality and tastes great! The price was great as well! Thanks!

By N.A.from Cleveland, OHon Sep 04, 2011

Happy Again! :)

My mother was so pleased with her previous order...she asked me to order more tea!! Great prices, fast shipping, excellent service and quality product! Thank you igourmet! From me and mom! :)

By N.A.from Cleveland, OHon Aug 30, 2011

AWESOME!

I ordered this tea for my mother, and she's very happy with it! I was happy with the price and how quickly it shipped! We'll be ordering in the future from igourmet for sure! (And if they expand their gluten free items...I'll be ordering for myself too!)

By Maureenfrom Gainesville Floridaon May 11, 2011

delicious

brings back great memories. we buy 3 or 4 at a time. steep for a few minutes and drizzle in a little honey. heaven!